Woodworking Resources in the DMV To start, we need to define what “wood” means. Places to buy “Wood” come in several flavors to serve different industries. For woodworkers, we have several kinds of wood: Hardwoods: Lumber harvested from a forest and cut into usable sizes, usually 1” – 3” thick, with no bark and oneContinue reading “Where To Buy Wood in Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC?”
Yearly Archives: 2024
Techniques and Tips for Working in Cardboard
In spring ’24, I TA’d an Art & Design class at a local community college, where students designed sculptures from cardboard and paper tape. Planning, material selection, and tools are critical. Source wisely to avoid construction issues. Sharp blades, proper adhesives, and precise paint techniques enhance the final product.
Bedframe Bench in Sycamore, Ipe and Cherry
This past December I completed this bench for a close friend. He has served as a mentor and cheerleader for my professional education, woodworking and cooking endeavors for the last five years, so when he asked me to build him a special piece from his grandmother’s solid cherry bed frame, I couldn’t say no. IContinue reading “Bedframe Bench in Sycamore, Ipe and Cherry”
